Dr. John Barnes

Assistant Professor

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Biography

John E. Barnes has held numerous positions with increased responsibilities in budget management and personnel control. Starting as a materials process engineer in a production environment, Barnes has trained with leading companies and enabled the start of new research programs at national science agencies, building effective teams. His experience includes developing low Technology Readiness Level (TRL) technology and implementing innovative solutions for extremely demanding vehicles. He provides change leadership to transform underperforming teams and has improved financial outcomes for an international customer base consistently. Barnes demonstrates leadership in program management and product development, ensuring effective coordination among researchers, senior management, and government officials. He possesses a solid understanding of the technical, business, and political relationships necessary to build the right industry teams and consortiums, maintaining the correct balance for project execution. Barnes has played a key role in implementing technology for the F-22 and F-35 programs and has launched new initiatives such as the CSIRO Titanium Challenge and the Lab22 Centre for Additive Innovation, as well as the Australian Additive Manufacturing Initiative known as Caffeinovation.

Research Interests

Requirements for Carnegie Mellon University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.5
GRE General
Verbal
Required:158
Quantitative
Required:149
Analytical Writing
Required:4
Overall
Required:4
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Psychology or related field Research experience/publications
Application Checklist
  • Online application
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Transcripts
  • GRE scores (optional but reported in profile)
  • English Proficiency (TOEFL/IELTS/Duolingo)
Specialization Notes

Admission is extremely competitive with no strict GPA cut-offs; holistic review is used.